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That silence allowed Serena to reflect on everything I had just said. The expression on her face indicated that she was beginning to understand the complexity of the situation we faced. In that stillness, my hope was that she would realize how difficult our position was and develop empathy for everyone involved."Yes, that’s true, Serena. That’s what happened," Lina chimed in, affirming my fabricated story to convince Serena further.With Lina’s support, I felt stronger in conveying the message I wanted to get across. Serena seemed to be beginning to digest all this information, and I hoped that this explanation would help her understand how important cooperation and communication were in our family. That moment became key to opening further discussions about the hopes and challenges we faced together."So Mom has been unfair again? Why does she do this to me? After all, I’m her own child. I can’t believe there are mothers who are deceitfulRelated chapters
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Eric's POV Although I felt hesitant to say it, worried that Serena would reject me or could read my thoughts, I was relieved when she remained silent, as if thinking. However, I spoke again to reassure her."Serena, this could be an opportunity for you. If you ask for money for the study tour, it could show that you still want to be in touch and also put a little pressure on your mother," I said, trying to sound convincing.In my mind, there was a plan to use Serena as a tool to blackmail Malisa. Although my intentions were not pure, I tried to keep Serena from realizing what I was really planning. My success in influencing her mind gave me new impetus to continue my bigger plan. "Sorry, it's not that Dad doesn't want to be responsible for your expenses, but Dad hasn't found a job yet because all of Dad's assets have been secretly frozen by your mom. So, Dad has difficulty making transactions; Dad's credit and ATM cards have also been blocked by your
Last Updated : 2025-01-09Wife's Second Chance 1
Malisa’s POV"Honey, come have breakfast. I made it especially for you," Eric said softly, bringing the food to me like he always did, with that gentle, caring smile. I felt a chill run down my spine.Eric had been a stay-at-home dad ever since we got married, taking care of me and our daughter, Serena. He was meticulous, thoughtful, and always made sure we had everything we needed. My friends would constantly tell me how lucky I was to have found such a perfect, gentle man, and I used to agree.But lately, something felt off. The way he looked at me sometimes, the intensity in his gaze—it was as if he were watching me for signs of something he feared. As I sat down at the table, I tried to shake off the unease. The aroma of pancakes and fresh fruit filled the air, sweet and inviting. Yet, the warmth of the breakfast contrasted sharply with the cold knot forming in my stomach."How did you sleep?" he asked, pouring syrup over my pancakes with a steady hand, his movements deliberate a
Last Updated : 2024-12-27Wife's Second Chance 2
Malisa’s POV Just like any other day, I finished breakfast. When Eric was about to take Serena to school, I stopped him.“Serena’s hair is a bit messy. Let me fix it.”I took my daughter to the bathroom, closed the door, and lifted up her shirt. Her skin was smooth and flawless, without a single bruise. Nothing like the scarred body I had seen in my previous life.So, what was going on? How could her body be covered in fresh and old bruises just hours later?“Honey, are you done yet? Serena's going to be late,” Eric called from outside the door, interrupting my thoughts.I opened the door and looked at him. “I’ll take her to school today.”Eric looked a little confused but smiled and said, “Alright, thanks, babe.” He didn’t hesitate, turned around, and started cleaning up the table. His reaction was so normal that it didn’t raise any suspicion.But the more he acted like this, the more determined I became to uncover the truth.On the way to school, I couldn’t help but ask Serena, “Ha
Last Updated : 2024-12-27Wife's Second Chance 3
Malisa’s POV I couldn’t put my finger on exactly what had gone wrong. All I could do was replay everything that had happened in my previous life, trying to grab onto any tiny clue to unravel the mystery. After forty minutes of racking my brain, it finally hit me.I immediately called my assistant.“Quick, I need you to investigate something for me.”After giving instructions, I sat anxiously in the car, my heart racing. I needed to know if I was finally close to the truth. Ten minutes later, my assistant called back with the results of his investigation. As I listened to the report, my hands shook uncontrollably.It was exactly what I thought!I gave one last instruction, my voice cold and firm.“Take care of it, as quickly as possible, at any cost. And remember—tell no one.”With that, I drove away from the school.Two hours later, the calls from Serena’s teacher started coming. One after another, as if she was in a full-blown panic. When I didn’t pick up, the texts followed.“Seren
Last Updated : 2024-12-27Wife's Second Chance 4
Malisa's POVEric stared at me with eyes full of anger that pretended to be sincere, like an actor who almost believed too much in the role he was playing. There was something sharp in his gaze, like a flash of fire that was trying to be hidden behind a forced smile. His eyes were scornful. I could feel the tension pent up in his demeanor, an inner battle that he was trying to hide behind a mask of fake anger. Every movement of his body was tense, as if he was on the verge of exploding, but trying to hold himself back. On the other hand, Serena's homeroom teacher tried to maintain a calm face, but I could see a faint uncertainty emerging. Her lips were tightly closed, her eyes focused on the crowd, trying to control the increasingly unruly situation. But her fingers that held the microphone were shaking slightly. The subtle movement, though small, showed that she was not as strong as she tried to appear. There was panic slowly creeping beneath the surface of her calm, like an invis
Last Updated : 2024-12-27Wife's Second Chance 5
Malisa’s POV After leaving the scene, I sat in the car quietly. In my hand, my phone vibrated non-stop. Eric's number flashed on the screen repeatedly, but I had no intention of picking it up. I just sat there, letting the sound of the vibrations become the background to my busy mind. A small smile spread across my face, as my thoughts drifted to my next move.The secret footage had been uploaded. I imagined the world connected through their screens watching a short but devastating video. In it, Serena’s homeroom teacher was seen receiving a thick brown envelope from someone. The face of the person giving the envelope was not clearly visible—intentionally—but anyone could see that the transaction was full of secrecy and deceit. The envelope opened the door to serious doubts about her role in this whole mess.My phone vibrated again. This time it was a text from Eric. I skimmed it.“Malisa, we need to talk. It’s urgent. Please answer my call.”I snorted softly. How ironic, he was be
Last Updated : 2024-12-27Wife's Second Chance 6
Malisa POVI feel a bit relieved now after thoroughly berating Eric. Someone I once trusted deeply in my life. But now, in my mind, he is a master manipulator whom I want to push into the pit he has dug for himself. However, on the other hand, my disappointment in him is immense.Yet, there is still a glimmer of sweet memories that I clearly remember from our time together. Especially during our family gatherings. The warmth in the house, and occasionally going out to have fun together with Eric and Serena. Our laughter and jokes seemed to be a balm for our sorrows, but now everything has vanished, swallowed by time and the evil that has long been hidden behind my ignorance.The pain stings every time I recall those beautiful moments. On one hand, I want to forget everything, but on the other hand, those memories continue to haunt me. What happened to us? How could someone I loved become such a stranger?Now, I stand at a crossroads. I have to choose between moving on with my life or
Last Updated : 2025-01-02Wife's Second Chance 7
Malisa's POV This was truly confusing. Why hadn’t Eric said anything about Serena? Did he know more about this situation than I realized?My curiosity burned even stronger, and I knew I had to dig deeper. What was really happening between them? Why did Serena choose to live with her homeroom teacher? These questions kept spinning in my mind, pushing me to seek answers urgently.However, I was determined to extract reliable information from my assistant. Hopefully, he could reveal what I wanted to know completely and clearly.The tension in the room felt increasingly deep, and I was resolved to get the answers I needed. In my mind, various possibilities swirled, and every second felt crucial.After a moment of silence, as if contemplating how to continue, my assistant finally said what I urgently wanted to know.My anxiety wrapped around my thoughts even tighter. What was happening to Serena? Was she in danger? These questions continued to spiral in my mind, driving me to find out mor
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Eric's POV Although I felt hesitant to say it, worried that Serena would reject me or could read my thoughts, I was relieved when she remained silent, as if thinking. However, I spoke again to reassure her."Serena, this could be an opportunity for you. If you ask for money for the study tour, it could show that you still want to be in touch and also put a little pressure on your mother," I said, trying to sound convincing.In my mind, there was a plan to use Serena as a tool to blackmail Malisa. Although my intentions were not pure, I tried to keep Serena from realizing what I was really planning. My success in influencing her mind gave me new impetus to continue my bigger plan. "Sorry, it's not that Dad doesn't want to be responsible for your expenses, but Dad hasn't found a job yet because all of Dad's assets have been secretly frozen by your mom. So, Dad has difficulty making transactions; Dad's credit and ATM cards have also been blocked by your
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Eric's POV That silence allowed Serena to reflect on everything I had just said. The expression on her face indicated that she was beginning to understand the complexity of the situation we faced. In that stillness, my hope was that she would realize how difficult our position was and develop empathy for everyone involved."Yes, that’s true, Serena. That’s what happened," Lina chimed in, affirming my fabricated story to convince Serena further.With Lina’s support, I felt stronger in conveying the message I wanted to get across. Serena seemed to be beginning to digest all this information, and I hoped that this explanation would help her understand how important cooperation and communication were in our family. That moment became key to opening further discussions about the hopes and challenges we faced together."So Mom has been unfair again? Why does she do this to me? After all, I’m her own child. I can’t believe there are mothers who are deceitful
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Eric's POV With her gentleness, Lina tried to provide a sense of security and affection that Serena might not have felt before. Amid the existing tension, this moment became a small light that could potentially change everything.In my view, Lina was an intelligent woman, not shallow like Malisa. That was the charm that made me want to remain with Lina. On the other hand, Malisa was too naive and innocent; I didn’t like women who were practically like her. It felt incredibly boring and unexciting. Malisa seemed monotonous and easily fooled, which made me feel unchallenged.In contrast, Lina was entirely different. She knew how to position herself and feed my ego. Her understanding and caring personality made me feel valued. There was an intriguing dynamic between us, a connection that made me feel alive.Lina could see and understand sides of me that Malisa might never have perceived. In my mind, the stronger this feeling grew, the clearer it became t
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Eric's POVI watched Serena from a distance, feeling the tension flowing between us. I knew this step was crucial; persuading Serena to talk to her mother, Malisa, could be a bridge to mending our relationship. However, it was not an easy task.I was formulating a plan in my mind, trying to envision the best way to approach Serena. I wanted to ensure that the conversation not only went smoothly but also successfully created a stronger bond between Serena and Malisa.However, there was one thing on my mind: money. I hoped Malisa would be willing to send the funds I had planned. I knew that if Malisa refused to send the money, the situation could worsen. Serena might grow to hate her mother even more, and that was not the outcome I wanted.My thoughts kept swirling, meticulously planning every step. If Serena could speak directly to Malisa, perhaps Malisa's heart would open up. I wanted Serena to understand that this was an opportunity for both of u
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Eric's POV I need to quickly find a way to make money again, especially to cover the unpaid wages to those buzzers. But I'm confused about how to go about it. For a moment, I thought about finding ideas that could instantly draw in a lot of money from various sources.Maybe I could leverage this situation to find opportunities. Digging up information about the people involved in this issue might be a good first step. Or, I could look for ways to exploit this tension for financial gain, like selling information or creating content that draws attention.I might also think more creatively, like designing a crowdfunding scheme or doing something to attract public interest. With a bit of luck and the right strategy, I’m sure I can get the money I want. These ideas keep swirling in my head, and I’m determined to find a profitable way out.Suddenly, a brilliant idea struck me: to extort Malisa using Serena’s name. Considering Malisa believes Serena is with m
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Eric's POV Now, I feel torn between my responsibilities to my current family and the lingering love I have for Lina. Every day, I struggle to find a balance between these two worlds. On one side, there’s Serena, who needs attention and affection, while on the other, there’s Lina, who haunts my thoughts with beautiful memories and unfulfilled promises.This is a difficult dilemma, and I know the next steps must be taken cautiously. Every decision I make could have significant impacts on our lives. I must plan carefully, considering each person's feelings and hopes, to avoid hurting anyone. In my heart, I hope there is a way to unite all these pieces without sacrificing the love that exists.I remember my life with Lina back then. We had our ups and downs and hit rock bottom. Fortunately, I met Malisa, who was overly generous and loyal. With her support, I could secretly finance Lina, even though our relationship had ended.I was able to make Lina a gra
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Eric's POV"Why? What's wrong? Is there a problem again?" Lina asked, starting to feel curious about the instructions I had just given her.I could sense the uncertainty in her voice. Although I had explained the importance of keeping things confidential, I knew that Lina's worries might stem from anxiety about the larger situation. This was the right moment to reassure her that all our plans were going according to the scenario I had outlined. I hoped this would allow her to focus better and not get caught up in unnecessary doubts."Yes, of course, we are not really safe yet, dear. Malisa just called me and asked about Serena's condition. She wanted me to send a photo or video of Serena because I told her that Serena was sleeping here. But I refused and gave her another reason, so I think Malisa felt annoyed with me and hung up the phone without much small talk. I'm worried that Malisa is starting to suspect our plans. The most concerning thing is if she decides to look for Serena at
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Eric's POVMy mission was successful, and I was satisfied to see Serena's change of opinion towards Malisa. At least now, Serena's trust in Malisa was gone. That was what I wanted, and finally, all my efforts paid off.Serena no longer wanted to live with Malisa. Seeing her move away from Malisa gave me a sense of relief. I knew this step would have a big impact, and even though there was a feeling of guilt that hung over me, I was sure this was the right decision.Now, I could take a step closer to Serena. With Malisa no longer an obstacle, I felt free to pursue what I wanted.However, even so, I had to keep adding hate and hitting her repeatedly. My goal was clear: to ensure that Serena would not change her mind and try to return to her mother. I didn't want that to happen because my plan to seize Malisa's wealth and throne through the sole heir, Serena, would be easily read and ultimately fail.My strategy had to be right. Every word I said had to seem to strengthen Serena's view o
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Malisa's POVI could feel the tension in the air. With every word I spoke, I tried to pressure Eric, hoping he would be overwhelmed by the situation. My plan was to make him feel trapped, leaving him no choice but to admit the truth.Eric fell silent for a moment, seemingly at a loss. However, he still had the audacity to answer my question with a new excuse. He clearly refused my request to send a photo or video of Serena sleeping right now. In reality, Serena was not with him, and that was why he couldn't fulfill my request.The reality was too clear for him to deny, especially since Serena was with Mrs. Lina. Eric was truly outrageous; besides being a liar, he was also irresponsible, even towards his own child. His attitude further demonstrated how low he was as a father. My determination to uncover the truth grew stronger."Sorry, I can't do that either. I take Serena's privacy very seriously. It's all for her good, especially since she's very disa
